Flora Ulysses Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does 'cynic' mean?

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A person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest; someone who is distrustful of human sincerity.

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What does 'consider' mean?

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To think about something carefully, especially in making a decision.

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What does 'consume' mean?

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To eat, drink, or use up a resource.

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What does 'oblige' mean?

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To do something that someone has asked you to do; to be helpful.

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What does 'mundane' mean?

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Lacking interest or excitement; dull and ordinary.

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What is an example of a 'cynic' in a story?

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A character who doubts the intentions of others, like a grandparent who thinks their grandchild is lying.

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How can someone show they 'consider' another person's feelings?

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By thinking about how their actions might affect that person, like not taking the last piece of cake.

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What is a situation where someone might 'consume' too much food?

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Eating a large number of donuts at once, leading to a stomach ache.

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How can you 'oblige' someone?

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By helping them with a task or fulfilling their request.

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What might make a meal feel 'mundane'?

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Eating the same type of food every day, making it feel boring.